2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
